Sage Close is in Padgate, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 0UG is located in the Poulton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sage Close, Padgate, Warrington, WA2 0UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 0UH, WA2 0UF, WA2 0UE, WA2 0UQ, WA2 0YL, WA2 0PJ, WA2 0QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA2 0UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.6% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.4% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA2 0UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.5% | 12.7% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -25.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 75% | 71.7% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 27.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -5.8% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 11.3% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.9% | 39.8% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 37.1% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 17.9% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 15.3% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 9.3% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.2% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 34.7% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.1% | 37.2% | -14.1% |
| Christian | 67.7% | 46.2% | 21.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sage Close was 28.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.6% lower than the Poplars and Hulme average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Sage Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Poplars and Hulme and the 238th lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sage Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-12-13 | £306,487 |
| 15 Sage Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-09-15 | £308,997 |
| 5 Sage Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-09-29 | £255,386 |
| 17 Sage Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-05-14 | £262,437 |
| 4 Sage Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2020-06-30 | £298,571 |
WA2 0UG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA2 0UG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HY | 4out of 4 | 3,695 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolston CofE Aided Primary School Epping Drive , Woolston WA1 4QL | 4out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Station Road , Padgate WA2 0QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Community Primary School Barnfield Road , Woolston WA1 4NW | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruche Primary School Academy Seymour Drive , Padgate WA1 3TT | 3out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 988 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 3,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 3,793 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 4,909 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Community Special School Woolston Learning Village, Holes Lane , Holes Lane WA1 4LS | 4out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood School Birchwood Specialist Care and Education Services , Ainscough Road WA3 7PW | - not rated | 1,355 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tell Tales | Unit 4, Longbarn Local Centre, Pasture Lane | 604 yd | |
| Greencore Prepared Meals Staff Canteen | 20 Grosvenor Grange | 717 yd | |
| Roast | Unit 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 827 yd | |
| McDonald's | 2a Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 924 yd | |
| Costa Coffe | 5-7 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Twenty/10 | University Of Chester Padgate Campus, Crab Lane | 894 yd | |
| The Peacock | Benson Road | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Brunch | 610-613 Birchwood Boulevard | 530 yd | |
| Mini Deli | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 827 yd | |
| Subway | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 827 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit A2, Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 827 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woolston Park WOOLSTON DISTRICT PARK WOOLSTON DISTRICT PARK SOMERSET WAY | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Monk Sports And Social Club Somerset Way | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| University Of Chester (Warrington Campus) WARRINGTON CAMPUS WARRINGTON CAMPUS CRAB LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 896 yd |
| King’S Leader Academy HILLOCK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Birchwood Leisure & Tennis Complex BIRCHWOOD LIBRARY BIRCHWOOD LIBRARY BROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 973 yd |
| Woolston C Of E Primary School EPPING DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,008 yd |
| Birchwood Community High School BROCK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,058 yd |
| Crab Lane Playing Field BROOKSIDE FARM BROOKSIDE FARM DIG LANE | grass pitches | 1,090 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 8.3% |
| Median download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.